How To Choose The Right Skill Saw Blade For Your Project Whether you are cutting wood, metal or any other type of material, it is important to choose the right skill saw blade for your project. A poor selection of blade can result in a bad cut, tear-outs and waste of work materials. Material Saw blades […]
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Lumber Mill History
Lumber Mill History The emergence of lumber mills in the 1830s marked an important milestone in American history. It was a major driver of Manifest Destiny, the migration of settlers westward. Port Gamble In 1853, three New England businessmen from Maine spotted the sandy spit at the mouth of Gamble Bay as an ideal location […]
The History Of Lumber
The History Of Lumber As a staple of American culture, lumber has shaped our economy for centuries. It has provided the raw materials for housing, firewood and much more. The Early Years The first commercial lumber companies opened in the mid-1840s in Minnesota. Timber lands in the northwoods were abundant and ripe for harvesting, and […]
How To Prep Your Home for Seattle’s Worst Winter Weather
Winterization is important regardless of where you live if temperatures turn colder during the winter months. In places like the Great Northwest, however, winterization takes on an even greater importance. That is also why tips on Seattle winter preparation are worth heeding, or else, freezing. Seattle Winter Preparation Tips From Seattle and throughout the beautiful […]
DIY Furniture Ideas To Make With Pipe
Are you ready to take DIY to a whole new level? Pipes are a DIY enthusiast’s best friend. Pipes can be used to create a variety of furniture and home accessories to make your home more practical and visually interesting. This quick guide will introduce you to some DIY pipe furniture ideas that you can do […]